Beaches Turks and Caicos is an exceptional Caribbean all-inclusive resort for luxury family vacations, offering attractions and activities for every generation
Multi-generational vacations are a fantastic way for families to reconnect and share unforgettable experiences. Finding the right location to spend extended time together is key. It’s important to find a place that appeals to the entire group, and balancing the needs and interests of all ages can be challenging.
Turks and Caicos is a superb choice for luxury family vacations. The islands are known for their spectacular beaches and beautiful turquoise waters, and the destination is easy to reach as well. For multi-generational families seeking a special slice of paradise, Beaches Turks and Caicos offers the perfect spot.
Why Families Enjoy Beaches Turks and Caicos Luxury Vacations
Multi-generational vacations are a high priority for today’s families. A survey of North American parents conducted by Beaches Resorts revealed a growing desire to bring three or more generations together for a group vacation. These trips allow generations to bond, forge lifelong memories and create new shared traditions. Beaches Resorts named this the “Generation-cation.”
Beaches Turks and Caicos is seeing a surge in multi-generational group vacations. Here are 15 reasons why Beaches Turks and Caicos is the ideal resort for memorable all-inclusive family trips.
Easy Access
Convenience and hassle-free travel are important factors in selecting a multi-generational vacation destination, and Turks and Caicos is a great fit. Record numbers of vacationers are flocking to Turks and Caicos, and new air routes from the United States have been added this year. Direct flights to Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, are available from 20 North American cities, making it easy for family members to travel to the resort.
The Providenciales airport is small, and the Fast Track concierge-type service can help guests breeze through any long lines on busy days. Once travelers have made their way through the airport, free transfers are provided for the 15-minute drive to Beaches Turks and Caicos, where a warm welcome awaits.
World-Class Beachfront Setting
Beaches Turks and Caicos is situated on gorgeous Grace Bay Beach, a miles-long stretch of white sand that has been repeatedly recognized as one of the world’s best beaches. Grace Bay Beach features gradual slopes and generally tranquil waters, making it a good choice for families with young children.
During a recent visit, multi-generational families raved about the resort and its stunning location. “Beaches Turks and Caicos is fantastic, and its setting on Grace Bay Beach makes it one of a kind,” said one happy grandmother. “Our entire family is having the best time here.”
True All-Inclusive Luxury
Top all–inclusive luxury resorts make it easy for families to bond and create lifelong memories together. With its spectacular location and extensive variety of offerings, Beaches Turks and Caicos excels in this area. The property delivers outstanding vacations for every generation, offering a wide range of accommodations, attractions and activities to keep all family members happy.
Recently, Beaches Resorts set the new gold standard with the launch of Treasure Beach Village, an exclusive all-suites enclave specifically designed for multiple generations traveling together. Situated at the west end of Beaches Turks and Caicos, the $150 million expansion provides an intimate, ultra-luxury retreat filled with stunning accommodations and amenities. Multi-generational groups will enjoy spending time together at Treasure Beach Village while still taking full advantage of all the exciting attractions and experiences featured throughout the resort.
Wide Array of Accommodations
Beaches Turks and Caicos offers 859 luxurious rooms and suites on 95 beachfront acres in six distinctive villages – Treasure Beach Village, Seaside, Caribbean, French, Italian and Key West. Families can choose accommodations at a wide range of price points, and each village has its own decor and appeal. Large families and multi-generational groups will find ample space to spread out in the spacious suites and villas in Treasure Beach Village and in other locations throughout the resort.
Treasure Beach Village’s 11 new room categories, including multi-bedroom villas and suites, are specifically designed for larger families and multi-generational groups. The elite enclave’s units range from artfully designed two-bedroom concierge suites to even more opulent abodes, including the two-story Chairman’s 3-Bedroom Penthouse Suite and CrystalSky 4-Bedroom Reserve Villas.
Rooms at Beaches Turks and Caicos are available in three service tiers: Butler Level, Concierge Level, and Luxury Level. Beaches Turks & Caicos carries its strong guest service orientation through to its accommodations, providing Concierge Service and personalized Butler Elite Service in top-tier suites and villas.
Something For Everyone
Successful multi-generational vacations and reunions must cater to a broad range of travel styles and preferences. One of the biggest hurdles is finding a location that will keep energetic kids and teens entertained while allowing older adults to unwind and relax.
Beaches Turks and Caicos meets this challenge perfectly, enabling guests staying in one village to enjoy the amenities of all six. There are plenty of options for fun. This luxury of choice makes multi-generational vacations memorable and stress-free. Every family member can enjoy a vacation experience that feels custom-designed for them while having the time of their lives together.
Beaches Turks and Caicos makes every family feel welcome and at home, including those with special needs. Beaches Resorts’ autism program is exceptional, and it is the first resort company worldwide to have completed intensive IBCCES training and Autism Certification.
The Turks and Caicos resort is also well-suited for family groups with accessibility and dietary needs. Beaches Turks and Caicos offers wheelchair-accessible rooms, shuttle carts and ramps around the property for easy navigation. For guests with special dietary requirements, the resort’s Culinary Concierge can provide detailed information on restaurants and craft tailored menus to meet their needs.
Incredible Pools and Waterpark Attractions
Beaches Turks & Caicos offers an extraordinary Caribbean playground for families. The resort features a wealth of picture-perfect pools, including the Treasure Beach Village, Italian Village and French Village pools.
The resort’s 45,000-square-foot Pirates Island Waterpark is a highlight for families, featuring enormous water slides, a surf simulator, a fun-filled lazy river, water cannons, a splash pad and more. During my recent stay, parents and grandparents commented on how much kids and teens enjoyed spending time at the waterpark. The nearby 50s-style diner, food trucks and a kids’ swim-up bar make it easy to stay and play all day.
Exceptional Service
Beaches Turks and Caicos is known for its attentive staff and extraordinary guest services. Staff members make guests feel warmly welcomed and truly valued, and they go out of their way to exceed expectations. With this personalized and attentive service, parents and grandparents can relax and fully experience their vacation.
Families staying in rooms and suites with concierge service and butler elite service greatly appreciate the five-star assistance these staff members provide. Butlers have been trained as part of Beaches Resorts’ Butler Training Program, and they go above and beyond to pamper their guests. These professional teams make multi-generational family vacations easy by arranging in-suite dining and restaurant reservations, coordinating daily activities and group tours, reserving beach chairs and cabanas at the pool, planning special celebrations and much more.
Wide Variety of Included Dining Options
There are dining venues to please every palate at Beaches Turks & Caicos. Families can select from 28 dining options at the resort. Dining at all venues is included in the Beaches vacation experience. Guests can opt for a wide array of cuisines, including French, Italian, Caribbean, Asian, Southwestern and Latin. Several restaurants are designed for adults and children 12 and older. Restaurant hours vary, so check in advance.
Butch’s Island Chop House and Kimonos are the only restaurants that require reservations. A number of the resort’s dining venues offer memorable al fresco dining, and some offer beautiful beach views.
Unlimited Land Activities
All generations can have fun playing together at Beaches Turks and Caicos. An extensive array of included sports and activities is available, including pickleball, tennis, basketball and lawn chess. Beaches Resorts is the first Official All-Inclusive Resorts of USA Pickleball, and the property offers excellent courts and high-quality gear.
Guests can also keep their vacation fitness goals at Beach Turks and Caicos with complimentary group fitness classes. Other exercise and training sessions are offered at an additional charge.
Outstanding Watersports Adventures
Families can take part in a wide variety of complimentary watersports at Beaches Turks and Caicos, including paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and snorkeling. The Turks and Caicos Barrier Reef spans roughly 340 miles, and the reefs and clear turquoise waters around Providenciales make it a superb destination for snorkeling and diving.
All certified divers at Beaches Turks and Caicos can enjoy unlimited all–inclusive scuba diving throughout their stay, which is an incredible added value for diving families. Fee-based PADI Discover Scuba courses are also available for non–certified guests, and children can participate in age-appropriate scuba programs as well.
Included Kids Camps for All Ages
Beaches Turks and Caicos offers outstanding, industry-leading Kids Camp programs for children and teens. These daily programs are included in the resort’s all-inclusive rate. Kids Camp activities are tailored for each age group, and all programs are fully supervised by INA and IBCCES certified nannies and Kids Camp team members. Beaches Kids Camps are also Advanced Certified Autism Centers with trained staff and age-specific programs.
Kids Camp programs are available for infants (ages 0-2), toddlers (ages 3-4), younger children (ages 5-7), older school-age kids (ages 8-10), tweens (ages 11-14) and teens (ages 15-17) at Kids Camps on the property. Activities range from treasure hunts and arts and crafts for younger children to parties and sports activities for older kids. Teens have their own “nightclub” with karaoke, too.
Beaches Resorts’ exclusive partnership with Sesame Street is a delight to both children and their parents. Younger kids love participating in fun-filled Camp Sesame activities with their favorite Sesame Street characters and being entertained with character parades, nightly stage shows and daily appearances throughout the resort.
Paradise for Adults
Parents and grandparents are thrilled when kids are having fun on their vacation, but it’s important for all generations to have their own fantastic holiday as well. Since Beaches Turks and Caicos offers such great programs and attractions for kids and teens, parents and grandparents can relax and enjoy some guilt-free time together.
Family members can go diving or sailing, play pickleball or tennis, work out at the fitness center, or unwind at the beach or pools. The resort also features 14 bars, dedicated adult areas and a range of events for grown-ups to enjoy – such as casino nights, retro parties and dancing the night away at Club Liquid.
Perfect for Family Celebrations
According to Virtuoso’s latest travel research, this year’s top motivation for luxury travelers is celebrating a milestone event. Making memories with those you love is often the best gift of all. All-inclusive vacation experiences are a popular option for luxury travelers as well.
Beaches Turks and Caicos is ideal for multi-generational families celebrating special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and other special events. The popular resort caters to the needs and interests of all ages, which keeps every family member happy. In addition, so much is included – making the trip relaxing and stress-free.
Beaches Turks and Caicos can arrange numerous ways for the entire family to celebrate together, including private dinners, personalized photo shoots, special group adventures and vow renewal ceremonies. Special group offers and discounts are available for larger families.
Fun-Filled Shows and Entertainment
Guests of all ages are sure to find their brand of fun at Beaches Turks and Caicos. There’s so much going on throughout the week at this resort. Families will find a complete entertainment schedule in their room with a list of all daytime and nightly activities.
The entertainment lineup at Beaches Turks and Caicos offers memorable events and action-packed spaces the whole family can enjoy, including beach parties, live shows, an Xbox Play Lounge and more. Kids can enjoy their own array of parties, talent contests and awesome events.
Unforgettable Adventures and Experiences
Exciting local excursions are available at an added cost through the Island Routes tour desk at Beaches Turks and Caicos. Multi-generational families can take a luxurious 65–foot Kitty Katt catamaran cruise to go snorkeling and visit Half Moon Bay. Island Routes also features ATV adventures, kayaking expeditions and sightseeing trips.
Families can also enjoy other memorable experiences, such as Sesame Street VIP Upgrade Packages. These unique events include Sesame Street Sunrise Yoga, “Meet & Greet” photo sessions with Elmo & the Gang, birthday parties and fun-filled character breakfasts.
Guests seeking added relaxation and pampering can visit the resort’s superb Red Lane Spas for Caribbean-inspired treatments. Scuba classes for new divers and private fitness sessions are also offered.
Families who would like to give back on vacation can participate in a Beaches Reading Road Trip. This memorable volunteer-led educational excursion to a local school is available during the school months. Guests are welcome to bring donations of age-appropriate books and other school supplies as part of this initiative.
By Nancy Schretter, Contributing Editor
Header photo credit: Beaches Resorts